Badgal Khurd - Akhnoor, Jammu
Badgal Khurd is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Dhok Jagir serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Badgal Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgal Khurd is 005510. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.1 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Badgal Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgal Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Badgal Khurd village had a total population of 235 people, including 137 males and 98 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 715 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.50%, with male literacy at 78.76% and female literacy at 59.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 137 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 127 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 89 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 48 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Badgal Khurd
Badgal Khurd is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badgal Khurd
Badgal Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Badgal Khurd is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Badgal Khurd is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgal Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgal Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badgal Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgal Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badgal Khurd
Where is Badgal Khurd located?
Badgal Khurd village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Badgal Khurd?
The Halqa Panchayat of Badgal Khurd is Dhok Jagir.
What is the pincode of Badgal Khurd?
The pincode of Badgal Khurd is 181201.
What is the population of Badgal Khurd?
Badgal Khurd had a total population of 235, including 137 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Badgal Khurd?
Badgal Khurd had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badgal Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgal Khurd was 70.50%. Male literacy was 78.76% and female literacy was 59.77%.